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FOOTBALL LANGUAGE · rest_defence

Rest defence

Be prepared for a possible loss of possession while attacking.

01 / What this means

Rest defence

Players behind or around the attack protect dangerous spaces and opponents to control a counter after losing the ball.

In the game situation2 linked Decision scenarios2 game phases
Position relevanceCB · FB · WB · DM · CM · AM—
Age and developmentADVANCED · PERFORMANCE · SENIORT 3.5 · V 3 · D 3.5

02 / Age and development

Age and development

14–16
ADVANCED

Players behind or around the attack protect dangerous spaces and opponents to control a counter after losing the ball.

17
PERFORMANCE

Players behind or around the attack protect dangerous spaces and opponents to control a counter after losing the ball.

18+
SENIOR

Players behind or around the attack protect dangerous spaces and opponents to control a counter after losing the ball.

03 / What to look for

Common thinking error

Be ready for what happens after losing the ball.

Do not treat this concept as a fixed action. First read pressure, space, teammates, opponents and game phase.

04 / Related concepts

Related concepts

3
Defending

Defensive compactness

Keep distances small without giving away important space.

Game phase

Transition

The moment possession changes.

Defensive transition

Counterpress

Press immediately after losing the ball.

05 / Sources and references

Sources and references

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